Solutions Architect, Anaplan

The Trade Desk • San Jose, CA

1d • $93,800 - $172,000 • Remote

About The Position

The Anaplan Solution Architect is responsible for leading the design, development, and deployment of advanced Anaplan models and applications across various business functions. This role ensures optimal architecture, integration, and user experience for accounting and planning solutions including Revenue Accounting, Incentive Compensation Management, Sales Forecasting, and Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A). The architect will leverage deep expertise in Anaplan and other planning systems to deliver scalable, efficient, and insightful solutions for The Trade Desk.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Certified Anaplan Solution Architect.
• Proven experience architecting and building complex Anaplan models in a professional environment.
• Advanced knowledge of Anaplan UX design and reporting functionalities.
• Demonstrated success in managing projects across multiple planning domains (e.g., revenue, compensation, sales, FP&A).
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial planning processes.
• Experience integrating Anaplan with other business systems and data sources.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team.

Nice To Haves

• Hands-on experience with other planning systems (e.g., Oracle EPM, Workday Adaptive Planning) preferred.
• Familiarity with API-driven integrations and cloud data architecture.
• Experience in fast-paced, growth-oriented environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end design and build of Anaplan models for revenue accounting, incentive compensation, sales forecasting, FP&A, and other strategic planning initiatives.
• Oversee system integration, ensuring seamless connectivity between Anaplan and other enterprise platforms.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to define requirements, translate objectives into effective models, and deliver actionable reporting.
• Design intuitive user interfaces and dashboards to enhance user experience and facilitate data-driven decision-making.
• Manage project timelines, deliverables, and quality assurance throughout the solution lifecycle.
• Provide technical guidance, training, and support to model builders and business users.
• Maintain documentation of models, processes, and integrations for compliance and continuous improvement.
• Stay informed on Anaplan platform updates, industry best practices, and emerging planning technologies.

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare (medical, dental, and vision) with premiums paid in full for employees and dependents
• Retirement benefits such as a 401k plan and company match
• Short and long-term disability coverage
• Basic life insurance
• Well-being benefits
• Reimbursement for certain tuition expenses
• Parental leave
• Sick time of 1 hour per 30 hours worked
• Vacation time for full-time employees up to 120 hours thru the first year and 160 hours thereafter
• Around 13 paid holidays per year
• Employees can also purchase The Trade Desk stock at a discount through The Trade Desk’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior